The Best Dog Gifts This Year, According to a Dog Mom

As a dog mom, my pup is always on my mind, whether it’s because I feel bad going out without her or because she just won’t leave me alone when I’m working from home as an expert shopping writer. So obviously when it comes to holiday shopping, I couldn’t forget her. Luckily, dog gifts are fun to shop for, and pups are typically easy customers—you won’t find your dog heading to the store to return your present.

I put together a list of some of the items I’ve been browsing, plus a couple of dog mom gifts I’m snagging for myself. Find 16 pet parent-approved gifts for dogs below, including moose plushies, gingerbread treats, candy cane rope toys, and more. 

Holiday Dog Gifts

Splendid x Wild One Dog Star Sweater

It doesn’t get much cuter than a dog in a sweater. This pullover features a star design and has a leash hole, so you can put it over your pup’s harness. And the best part is you can get a matching one for yourself. Both sweaters are made of a cotton-blend fabric and have ribbed details on the sleeves and the hem. I also have my eye on the coordinating sweatsuits and dog hoodies.

BarkBox Subscription

What could a dog want more than an endless supply of toys and treats? (Especially my dog who destroys every plushie she’s ever had within about 10 minutes.) With a BarkBox subscription, you get a monthly delivery with two toys, two bags of treats, and a surprise item, and there are 1-, 6-, and 12-month plans available. You can customize your box based on your dog’s food preferences or sensitivities, play style, and more to ensure you get exactly what your dog wants. 

Merry Makings Pre-Stuffed Stocking Dog Toy

This pre-stuffed stocking will save you time and money when it comes to your pet’s holiday gifts. The stocking is filled with two Christmas-themed plushies, a rope toy, and a ball (and there’s a large size that includes even more toys if that’s not enough for your dog). Plus, you can reuse the stocking each year. 

Wild One Treat Pouch

There’s not much that can make your dog’s walk even more exciting, but getting treats along the way will certainly do it. This pouch allows you to take treats on the go to keep your dog focused or to trade with them when they pick up food from the ground. It’s particularly useful for training puppies to walk on the leash or go potty outside, too. The pouch is also cute enough to be mistaken for an actual purse. It has a pocket to keep treats separate from your wallet and phone, and it can be worn across your body or as a fanny pack.

Shop more of my holiday gift picks for dogs below.

Casper The Dog Bed

Greenies Original Regular Holiday Dental Dog Treats

Maxbone Easy Fit Jacket

The Foggy Dog Gingerbread Man Collar Charm

Merry Makings Christmas Lights Dog Cookie

Rifle Paper Co. x The Foggy Dog Mistletoe Dog Bandana

Merry Makings Tough Plush Moose Dog Toy

Lesure Donut Dog Bed

Blue Buffalo Santa Snacks Crunchy Dog Biscuits

Bocce’s Bakery Santa Paws Holiday Dog Box

Buddy Biscuits Buddy Softies Gingerbread Dog Treats

Merry Makings Rope Candy Cane Dog Toy